Innehållsförteckning för March/April 2017 från Young Rider

It’s been a long winter, and I’ll bet everyone is excited to get back into riding once the days start getting longer and spring weather arrives. Spring is a great time to schedule your horse’s annual checkup and vaccinations to make sure he’s healthy and ready to ride. In this issue, Young Rider’s favorite vet, Dr. Diehl, shares her advice for a spring wellness plan, including vaccinations, deworming and more on page 28. (If you have questions for Dr. Diehl’s “Ask the Vet” column, be sure to send them our way!) We’ve also got some great riding tips to get you back in the saddle after a winter break. I know I tend to open my fingers when I ride, and that’s a habit I’m always working to correct. The…

CLASSICS R The Black Stallion by Walter Farley R Man o’ War by Walter Farley R Black Beauty by Anna Sewell R My Friend Flicka by Mary O’Hara R Mustang: Wild Spirit of the West by Marguerite Henry SERIES R The Pony Pals series by Jeanne Betancourt R The Breyer series by various authors R The Circle C series by Susan K. Marlow R Canterwood Crest by Jessica Burkhart R Winnie the Horse Gentler series by Dandi Daley Mackall RECENT FAVORITES R Paint the Wind by Pam Munoz Ryan R Molly the Pony by Pam Kaster R Last Chance Mustang by Mitchell Bornstein R A Horse of Her Own by Annie Wedekind R For Horse Crazy Girls Only by Christina Wilsdon R I Rode a Horse of Milk White Jade…

HOW TO ENTER: Write your answers down and mail to: YR Horsey Scavenger Hunt, 470 Conway Court, Suite B-6, Lexington, KY 40511. You will need your parent’s permission to enter. Be sure to include your address and parent’s contact information. If your entry is received by April 1, 2017, you will be entered to win a Ringside Pack (MSRP $99.95), Girls’ Peddies (MSRP $11.95) and Kids’ Perfect Fit Glove (MSRP $22.95) from Noble Outfitters! Colors and styles may vary. MANY WILL ENTER, BUT ONLY ONE CAN WIN. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER. Sweepstakes is open to legal residents of the 50 United States or District of Columbia, ages 8-16. You must get permission from your parents to enter. Entries must be postmarked by 4/1/17 and received by 4/8/17. See Official…

Kerrits asked Young Rider readers to dream up their ultimate pair of riding tights and show off their creativity. Plenty of you were up for the challenge. Kerrits chose two winning designs and made them into one-of-a-kind custom breeches for the winners. Check out their creations! “The Fantasy Riding Tight” Mei-Ying Higashi, 11, has tried several different styles of riding, including western and jumpers. She is currently taking up dressage. Mei calls her design “The Fantasy Riding Tight,” and dreamed up clever, functional ideas to make it special as well as stylish. “I came up with the idea by thinking about what I looked for in a riding pant and what kind of things kids would like to see in a breech,” says Mei. “I focused on function (the phone…

You may have seen therapy dogs out and about, but have you ever heard of a therapy horse? When Chloe Butler, 9, visited her Aunt Aggie’s assisted-living home, she saw dogs visiting the center’s residents. They were therapy dogs, trained to be companions to people with special needs. Seeing how happy the residents were to visit with the dogs, Chloe wondered why she couldn’t bring her ponies to visit. “I thought it would be cool if we used ponies instead of dogs,” Chloe says. She found out that while she couldn’t take her ponies to the assisted-living center. However, Miniature Horses are considered therapy animals in her home state of Illinois. Minis are even smaller than ponies—up to about 3 feet tall—and have a calm attitude that makes them good…

So you’ve decided to go to riding camp! Whether it’s a day camp or sleepaway camp, you’re probably wondering what to expect. These tips will help you head to camp with confidence and have a great time while you’re there. Camp Prep Most camps provide you with a list of recommended items ahead of time. Go over the list with your parents to make sure you have all the required items. When you’re ready to pack, make yourself a checklist to be sure you remember the essentials. • HELMETS: Most riding camps provide helmets for campers, but double check this beforehand. If you have your own helmet, it’s nice to bring it with you because you know it fits you perfectly. Lots of helmets look alike, so it’s a good…

1. You are just as important as the older staff. You play an important role just like everyone else. 2. If you have a question, be honest and ask someone. The other staff members are there to help you. 3. It’s OK to make mistakes—no one on staff is perfect. 4. Organization is key! Make sure you know where everything is around the barn before the campers arrive. 5. The barn rules are there for a reason. Follow them even if they’re different from your barn rules at home. Set a good example for the campers! 6. Even though you’re young, remember that the campers look up to you. Keep it professional and be a good example. 7. Safety comes first. Things can get crazy with lots of kids and…

HOW TO ENTER Your parents can email a photo to yreditor@luminamedia.com. You can also mail your entry to YR Me & My Horse, 470 Conway Court, Suite B-6, Lexington, KY 40511. You will need your parents’ permission to enter. Please be sure to include your name and age, the horse’s name, your mailing address and parental contact information (email and and phone number). Model prizes vary each month; approximate retail prize value $45. Deadline for entries is April 1, 2017. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. Contest is open to legal residents of the 50 United States or District of Columbia, ages 8-16. You must get permission from your parents to enter. Email entries must be received between 12:00:01 AM PT on 2/23/17 and 11:59:59 PM PT on 4/1/17.…

Now is the time to book your summer camp! I went to three different horse camps as a kid and later was a counselor at one of them. I learned so many new things, like barrel racing and vaulting. If you are able to go to camp, definitely consider it! I recently welcomed Ria, a 4-year-old offtrack Thoroughbred, to my herd. Training a young horse has made me extra aware of my riding habits, and I’ve been paying special attention to my hand position. We’re focusing on dressage right now and introducing her to contact, so remembering the tips in this issue’s English lesson (which is all about hands) is crucial for her success! WRITE US! YOUNG RIDER EDITORS 470 Conway Court, Suite B-6 Lexington, KY 40511…

Analiese, age 14, has owned Hollywood, a Missouri Fox Trotter, for four years. Both Analiese and her horse have overcome challenges: Hollywood is blind in one eye and Analiese has spina bifida and has little use of her legs. Analiese and Hollywood have competed in local rodeo queen and 4-H events. Together they have earned several honorary rodeo queen titles. One of their favorite things was to dress up for Hollywood’s 18th birthday. morgan and her sisters got Jazz as a present on Christmas. “She has a great personality and is super sweet. We all love hanging out with her and riding her,” says Morgan. “Sometimes we lay on her back and fall asleep right there. Jazz has been such a wonderful addition to our family. We love our…

See how much you know about Pony Club with these questions, and enter to win a $100 Dover Saddlery gift card. 1) Pony Club mounts must be pony-sized (under 14.2 hands) True / False 2) You have to own your own horse to join Pony Club. True / False 3) Pony Club is for beginner to advanced riders. True / False 4) Western riders can join Pony Club. True / False 5) Pony Club is for kids only. True / False 6) Which of the following is a Pony Club activity? a. Quiz b. Tetrathlon c. Polocrosse d. All of the above HINT: Check your work on pg. 41 HOW TO ENTER Get your parents’ permission to enter, and mail your answers to: YR Pony Club Quiz, 470 Conway Court,…

Apple of My Eye tells the story of Bailey (Avery Arendes), a young girl who loses her eyesight after a horseback riding accident. Her parents, played by Amy Smart and Liam McIntyre, take her to Southeastern Guide Dogs to introduce her to some potential companions. Bailey doesn’t feel drawn to any of the dogs. Luckily, she meets Charlie (portrayed by legendary actor Burt Reynolds) who has a better idea; a miniature guide horse. Charlie introduces her to Apple, who becomes her companion and surrogate eyes. Avery Arendes, the 15-year-old actress who plays Bailey, is no stranger to working with horses on screen—she was also in the movie Albion: The Enchanted Stallion. We talked to Avery about her latest horsey movie role and what it was like to downsize to work…

1. FALSE. Pony Club is for ponies and horses of all sizes and shapes. The word “pony” in Pony Club was originally used to refer to the size of the rider, not the size of the horse. 2. FALSE. Ownership of a horse or pony is not required for membership. Many Pony Club members ride borrowed horses. 3. TRUE. Members progress through the certification levels. Each level requires an increasing depth of knowledge and skills. The highest certification, “A,” is a very accomplished level of horsemanship. 4. TRUE. Pony Club now offers a western program with level certificates up to C-2. 5. FALSE. Pony Club is for all ages! Traditional youth membership goes up to age 25, and there is a Horsemasters program for adults. 6. D, ALL OF THE…

Madison 1. Canterwood Crest: This series tackles gossip and riding, along with facing obstacles at school. 2. Winnie The Horse Gentler: About a girl named Winnie who trains horses while making new friends. 3. The Breyer series: Heartwarming stories perfect to read before bed. When problems occur, there is a great deal of hard work to get the perfect ending. Annabelle 1. A Horse of Her Own: This book perfectly captures the excitement of competition. 2. Black Beauty: About a beautiful black horse that travels from farm to farm (some horribly abusive, others kind and gentle). The story is told from the horse’s point of view, which gives the reader a different perspective on horses. 3. For Horse Crazy Girls Only: Contains horse treat recipes, colors and breeds, quizzes and…

“There’s a whole other world out there waiting to be discovered in books,” says Jess Burkhart. She’s the author of one of Young Rider’s favorite book series, Canterwood Crest. Jess has always loved horses. “I don’t even remember exactly how or when it started,” she says. She had surgery on her spine when she was just 13, and she hasn’t been allowed to ride since then. That hasn’t kept her from creating a world of horses in her imagination, however. In addition to Canterwood Crest’s 20 books, she’s written four books in the Unicorn Magic series and one young adult book, Wild Hearts. At the end of last year, Jess wrote a few stories for the anthology Deck The Stalls, including a new Canterwood Crest story. The book sales help…

Brighten up your horse’s stall by adding some personality and a pop of color with this super cute sign. First, find a piece of wood to use. You can buy premade plain wood signs at the craft store, or look for extra scrap wood lying around the barn. Find the perfect font to fit your horse’s personality. There are some great websites with free fonts that would be perfect for your new stall sign. We found this adorable font (Janda Curlygirl Serif) on www.fontspace.com. You can add a flower or other cute design to your sign (the flower pattern shown here can be found at youngrider.com/stallsign). Next, choose your favorite color for the sign. Then follow the steps below. You can use twine or chain to hang your new stall…

Knowing how to balance correctly on your seat bones can be tough for new or inexperienced riders, but it’s important to learn. As the old rhyme goes, the seat bone’s connected to the leg bone; the leg bone cues the horse and the horse responds. Beth Bass, coach of more than 35 Appaloosa Horse Club World and Reserve World Champions, has her riders work on three exercises to improve balance: standing stirrup, knee up, and one-stirrup balance. “There is a time and a place to sit with more weight on one side than the other, such as lead departures or if you are asking for the horse’s hip in,” says Beth. “But I teach my riders not to consistently sit heavier on one seat bone than the other.” Claire, one…

You read that right! SAIGE MATHENY , 13, of Ohio won a Haflinger gelding through a contest done by the American Haflinger Registry Youth program. “Brian and Dana Mitteer of Showme Haflingers in New York donated Noble Donation to the youth program,” says Saige. “He’s 7 months old. We will be learning a lot together. I will be responsible for his training and plan to show him next year in halter, showmanship and in-hand trail classes.” Saige’s family has four other Haflingers that she rides and helps to train. “I love the Haflinger breed because they’re very friendly and mellow,” says Saige. “They are people-oriented and love to help you with everything. They are the first to run to the fence when you come to the barn!”…

Anna If you’re not sure you want to go to a summer camp or it’s out of your budget, try contacting local horse camps or other camps with horse programs. Find out if they do retreats or other events with their horses. It’s a great way to meet the horses and instructors without breaking the bank or committing to a full week away. McKenna Get out of your comfort zone. My most memorable camp experiences have involved trying something new or exploring something that I didn’t know much about, and those are the experiences that end up impacting you the most. Also, stepping out of your comfort zone can allow you to meet cool campers who share your passion for horses. You can then help each other explore the equestrian…

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